The Communist Manifesto

Focusing on the critique of capitalism, the work outlines the inevitable collapse of capitalist societies, paving the way for socialism and communism. It begins with a powerful declaration about the rise of communism and emphasizes the plight of the proletariat, urging workers to unite against their oppression. The authors, Karl Marx and Friedrich Engels, encapsulate their theories on class struggle, asserting that history is defined by conflicts between social classes. This foundational text has significantly influenced modern communist thought and movements.